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make-skill-template

Generate a new Agent Skill folder with formatted SKILL.md frontmatter and optional resource directories.

1|Updated May 4, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#scaffold#frontmatter#project-structure#agent-skills#skill-template
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/beel-collab/presets.dev --skill make-skill-template-beel-collab
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: make-skill-template
Source: https://github.com/beel-collab/presets.dev/tree/main/skills/make-skill-template
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/beel-collab/presets.dev --skill make-skill-template-beel-collab

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a quick, repeatable way to scaffold new Agent Skills by generating the required SKILL.md frontmatter, folder structure, and optional resource directories. It reduces boilerplate effort and ensures consistency across skills.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create a new skill folder with a properly formatted SKILL.md frontmatter including name and description.
  • Generate the standard directory layout (skill/, SKILL.md, and optional scripts/references/assets folders) to accelerate skill development.
  • Use as a starting template to duplicate and customize for specific capabilities or projects.

Quick Start

  1. Copy the make-skill-template folder to a new location.
  2. Rename the folder to your skill's slug (lowercase, hyphenated) and update SKILL.md's name to match.
  3. Customize the description and body in SKILL.md, then add any bundled resources as needed.
  4. Validate with your skill pipeline and start building.

Frequently Asked Questions about make-skill-template

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I scaffold a new Agent Skill with the correct folder structure?▼

Scaffolding a new Agent Skill requires copying the template folder, renaming it with a lowercase hyphenated slug, and updating the SKILL.md frontmatter to generate the standard directory layout and required fields.

What is included in the generated SKILL.md frontmatter for a new skill?▼

The generated SKILL.md frontmatter includes required fields like name and description, along with a standard folder layout containing optional scripts, references, and assets directories for skill customization.

Can I use this skill template to create optional resource folders like scripts and assets?▼

Yes, you can use this skill template to create optional resource folders, as it generates a standard directory layout that includes dedicated paths for scripts, references, and assets alongside the core SKILL.md file.

What's the best way to automate project structure creation for multiple agent skills?▼

The best way to automate project structure creation is to use a skill template that enforces required frontmatter fields and standard folder layouts, reducing boilerplate effort and ensuring consistency across multiple agent skills.

Do I need to validate the generated skill folder with a specific pipeline?▼

Yes, after customizing the description and body in SKILL.md and adding bundled resources, you need to validate the generated skill folder with your skill pipeline before you start building capabilities.

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